Worktrees

Worktrees check multiple branches of one repository out into separate directories: develop in parallel without touching the main working tree, then merge the branch back and clean up. Vibe Terminal turns the whole cycle into point-and-click.

Creating a worktree

1. In the Git panel’s branch list, right-click the target branch (a local or remote one) → New Worktree;
2. The dialog names the new worktree after the branch — edit it if you like; confirm, and the server creates the worktree directory and checks the branch out there;
3. A new terminal tab opens automatically with its working directory set to the new worktree — start developing in isolation immediately while the main working tree stays on its branch.

Working in parallel

Every worktree is a fully independent working directory: builds and tests for the main branch and the feature branch run side by side in different tabs without interference. Branches checked out in a worktree carry a worktree marker showing their path in the branch list, and committing and pushing work right from the worktree’s tab like on any branch.

Right-clicking a worktree branch adds two worktree-only entries: Reveal in File Explorer (local sessions) opens its directory in the system file manager, and Open in Terminal opens another tab there.

Merging back and cleaning up

1. Commit and push inside the worktree’s tab as usual;

2. Switch the main tab to the target branch (e.g. main), right-click the feature branch → Merge into Current Branch to bring the work over;

   

3. Once merged, right-click the branch → Delete Worktree: this removes the worktree directory and its branch together. Make sure everything is merged or pushed first — the dialog warns again and the action cannot be undone.